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This collection was put together over many years by a Kuwaiti man and his English wife and is still in private hands. The entry fee was low (1 or 2 Dinar, but I've forgotten) and at the time of my visit, there were just a...More

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If you are ever in Kuwait and you wish to see something that defines the essence of a country and its culture, you must visit the Taraq Rajab museum. Firstly it is a very beautiful place that as soon as you enter is the epitomy...More

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In the beginning was the word and this gem of a museum (a twin of the Taeq Rajab museum) shows how the word of God and man is more than a literary device, but a means of artistic expression. Not only this museum houses a...More

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Given the Islamic religion not being usually expressed through images of human figures in paintings or sculptures, the beautiful ancient writing of Quran in Arabic became the object of art. The lucky ones could get to truly appreciate different forms of this art from different...More

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More than 100,000 items collected over a period of more than 60 years are displayed in this museum belonging to Tareq Rajab and his wife. Large and interesting collections from all over Asia and the Far East.
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Mr. and Mrs. Rajab did an amazing job of gathering (and then protecting) hand-made beauty when others didn't care-- their work would simply not be possible anymore. Beautiful, sense-rich glimpse into a world that few people know about-- even, sadly, most young people in the...More

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Amazing artefacts, especially the fabrics and curtains. Variety of books, carvings, pictures and much more. Very beautiful. Parking is easy opposite New English School if it's not during a school day. 5 min walk from the other Tariq Rajab museum which I would also recommend.

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